C1 Automotive workshop entrance and installation bay in Oakleigh South with number plates redacted
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Technology upgrades & car servicing.

CarPlay. Dash cams. Servicing.

Logbook servicing, repairs, Apple CarPlay, dash cams and vehicle technology for Japanese and European vehicles in Melbourne's south-east.

CarPlay & Android Auto
$450 fitted for Japanese and Korean cars, from $650 for German and European. Parts, labour and GST included. Reverse camera $150 at the same time.
Dash cams
Camera from $75, fitted from $80 front or $160 front and rear, with a one-year warranty on parts and installation.
Logbook service
From $165 with oil to your manufacturer's specification, a diagnostic scan and a written checklist.
Rated 5.0 on Google
113 reviews from customers in Melbourne's south-east.
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5.0 Google rating from 113 reviews.

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What we do

Upgrades and servicing. One workshop.

Both sides of the job in one place. We assess first, explain the scope and confirm the price before work begins.

Tech Upgrades

CarPlay, cameras and trackers installed into the vehicle's own wiring and trim.

Apple CarPlay on a 12-inch screen on top of the dash of a 2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class, above the centre vents, at C1 Automotive in Oakleigh South
01Wired & wireless

Apple CarPlay & Android Auto

Retrofits integrated with the factory display where possible.

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Servicing

The same workshop also handles logbook servicing, inspections and repairs.

Volkswagen Tiguan engine and transmission underside being checked for visible leaks during a service at C1 Automotive in Oakleigh South
01Report included

Car Servicing & Repairs

Logbook servicing, measured inspections and repairs explained in order of priority.

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Why C1

A local workshop, doing the unglamorous parts right.

One physical workshop in Melbourne's south-east. The same hands on every job, from quoting through to the final clean-up. We regularly assess Japanese and European vehicles, including Toyota, Mazda, Lexus, BMW, Audi, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen.

We don't finish the install and send you on your way. We show you how it works and help you get the dash cam app onto your phone, and if you're still not sure after using it for a while, bring the car back and we'll go through it again at no charge.

Organised tool drawer used for vehicle technology wiring and installation work
Workshop tools / wiring and fitment
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Oakleigh South workshop

Workshop in Oakleigh South, serving Clayton, Bentleigh, Carnegie, Chadstone, Moorabbin and Springvale.

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Dealership-trained technicians

Experienced technicians with dealership backgrounds, working on Japanese and European vehicles.

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1-year warranty on parts and installation

Parts we supply and our installation are covered by a one-year warranty. If you bring your own equipment, we cover the installation and the equipment stays under its maker's warranty. Your Australian Consumer Law rights continue to apply.

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Factory-style finish

Clean wiring, no exposed cables, no aftermarket clutter.

How it works

A clear price before you commit.

  1. 01

    Send your vehicle details

    Make, model, year, the service you need, and a photo of the dashboard or head unit.

  2. 02

    We check compatibility

    We confirm what works with your specific vehicle and what the job involves.

  3. 03

    You get a clear quote

    A firm price before you commit. Book only when you're happy.

Common questions

What to expect.

How do I get a quote?
Send us your vehicle make, model, year and a photo of the dashboard or head unit via the contact form or phone. We'll check compatibility and come back with a clear price before you commit.
What vehicles do you work with?
Most makes and models. Compatibility can vary depending on the factory head unit and wiring. Send us your vehicle details and we'll confirm what's possible for your specific car.
Can you install wireless CarPlay if my car only came with wired?
Yes. For many vehicles we can fit a wireless CarPlay adapter so you never need to plug in. Contact us with your vehicle details and we'll confirm compatibility.
How long does an installation take?
It depends on the job. A front dash cam takes about 50 minutes, front and rear about an hour and a half, or about two hours with parking mode. A head unit swap or camera integration with factory wiring can take longer. We'll give you a time estimate when we confirm the quote.
Do I come to your workshop or do you come to me?
Either. Installations — CarPlay, dash cams, reverse cameras and trackers — can be done at our workshop in Oakleigh South or on site at your home or workplace; on-site installation is quoted separately. Servicing and repairs are done at the workshop only. For an installation at the workshop, drop the car off Tuesday to Saturday between 10am and 4pm, and it's ready to collect by 6pm the same day. Tell us your suburb and we'll quote it.
Do you service my area?
We're based in Melbourne's south-east. Contact us with your suburb and we'll confirm whether we can help.
Talk to us

Send your vehicle details. We'll send back a clear price.

Make, model, year, the service you need, and a photo of the dashboard or head unit. No commitment.

5.0 Google rating from 113 reviews.

Check recent customer feedback and our Oakleigh South location before you book.

Year
e.g. 2018
Make
e.g. Mazda
Model
e.g. CX-5
Service
CarPlay

Photo of dashboard / head unit attached separately.

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